13 Jun How to Remove Mascara and Eyeliner from Clothes and Carpets

Removing mascara and eyeliner from clothes and carpets is a common problem for women. They’re more sticky than other cosmetics; Therefore, you can’t use simple methods to remove them from clothing. Cosmetics play an essential role in women’s lives. Sometimes, due to haste or lack of opportunity for makeup, some of them may spill on your clothes, and it will be difficult for you to clean them. In this case, you need to know how to get rid of these stains as soon as possible. In this article, we will explain more about this.

Removing mascara stains from clothes

There are several ways to remove mascara from clothes, but the easiest way is the following.

Hair spray

In this method, you must use a spray containing alcohol. To get rid of the mascara stains on your clothes, spray some hair spray on the stain on the clothes and wait for it to dry. Then use a damp cloth to wipe the stains. As alcohol is a suitable solvent, it removes stains very quickly. Apply a small amount of spray on your clothes because too much may damage the colour of your clothes.

Ammonia

Alcohol and ammonia, as solvent solutions, dissolve fats easily. First, remove the stain using your desired solution; Then, wash all the clothes.

Special solvents

For removing mascara, it’s better to clean it with special cleaners and solvents in dry cleaners. These types of solvents cause the loss of protein adhesion in the mascara. To remove the mascara from the clothes, pour the solution on the clothes to dry, then apply it with a brush. Be sure to clean the clothes according to the type and colour.

Removing waterproof mascara stains from clothes

When using waterproof mascara, some of it may fall on your clothes for various reasons. To remove waterproof mascara from clothes, when you don’t have access to unique solutions, you need to do the following:

• Wipe the mascara from the clothes using a paper towel, cloth, etc.. Be careful not to spread it on clothes when cleaning. To do this, don’t pull the handkerchief on the clothes and put it on the stain; press a little and lift it. Repeat this process several times until the stain is completely removed from the clothes.
• Pour a little detergent (dishwashing liquid) on the stain and wait a while for the material to penetrate the fabric.
• After a few minutes, spread the clothes on a flat surface under hot water and wash the stains.
• Repeat the previous step several times to altogether remove the stain from the clothes.
• After removing the stain, if you can wash the clothes in the washing machine, you can clean the stains there wholly.
• Before placing the clothes in the dryer, ensure the stain is completely removed. The dryer will fix the stains on the clothes.

Removing from carpets

• Pour a quarter teaspoon of dishwashing liquid or special soap into a cup of warm water.
• Then insert a sponge into the solution and wipe the area with it.
• Wait a while for the liquid to absorb the stain. (Do it very calmly, don’t wet the carpet too much. Let this wetness stay on the carpet for a long time.)
• If stains remain, combine a tablespoon of ammonia with half a cup of water. (Don’t do this step for silk or wool rugs.)
• Then soak the sponge in ammonia solution, stain it and wait again.
• If stains remain, combine a teaspoon white vinegar with a cup of warm water to absorb the liquid completely.
• Finally, use a sponge soaked in cold water and wait for the area to dry.

Removing eyeliner stains from clothes

The following instructions aren’t recommended for silk or woollen garments:

• Apply to the stain with a cloth.
• Let it stay in the solvents for at least a minute.
• Tap the stain with a clean cloth and a little detergent, don’t rub.
• Wash generally with a washing machine and let it dry in the open air.
• Before drying, ensure the stain is removed, as heat will cause it to remain.
• If eyeliner stains are still visible, mix a tablespoon of ammonia in 2 cups warm water. Use a clean white towel.
• Tap the eyeliner stain with this towel to wet that area well.
• Soak the towel in the solution again to remove the stain.
• Wash generally with a dishwasher and ensure the stain is gone before it dries.

Removing from carpets

Further recommendations:

• Never apply washing materials or solvents directly to the carpet.
• Always use hot water to remove oily eyeliner stains, as cold water fix stains.

Ammonia

• Dissolve one tablespoon of ammonia in 1 cup of warm water.
• Dip a clean white cloth into the solution. The colour of the coloured fabric can be transferred to the carpet.
• Tap with a tissue but don’t rub until the stained area is moist.
• Moisten the napkin with the solution and apply it to the stain to remove it.
• Instead of ammonia, you can use hot water and dishwashing liquid or vinegar.

Shaving paste

• Apply some shaving paste to clean white cloths. The colour of the coloured fabric can be transferred to the carpet.
• Use the fabric to clean the stain but don’t rub.
• Rinse the fabric with warm water and tap on the stain with it.
• Repeat these steps 1 to 3 times until the stain disappears.

Dishwashing Liquid

• Mix a teaspoon of dishwashing liquid and 240 ml of warm water. 
• Apply the prepared mixture to the stain with a sponge or white cloth. Press the napkin firmly on the stain. Avoid rubbing it, as you will turn the eyeliner into a more giant stain or cause the material to penetrate deeper into the carpet fibres.
• Continue cleaning until you no longer see the stain
• To wash, fill a spray bottle with water and spray the area to remove the dishwashing liquid. Repeat these steps several times to ensure all the liquid has come out of the carpet.
• Place a few clean towels on the wet spot and place something heavy on it. Remove the napkins after a few hours and allow the fibres to breathe. Avoid walking on the carpet at this time.

Solvents or carpet shampoo

• Remove the stain as soon as possible. Choose a suitable solvent or carpet shampoo appropriate for cosmetic stains.
• Test the product on a small spot on the carpet before starting work. Usually, carpet shampoos are safe on any type and colour of carpet unless stated on the label. But in any case, it’s better to try it on a small spot of carpet that is out of sight. Once you’re sure there’s no adverse reaction between the cleaning solution and the rug, you’re ready to deal with the stain.
• Follow the shampoo instructions.
• Place a few paper towels on the rug’s damp part and a heavy thing on it. After a few hours, remove the napkins to dry the remaining moisture in the air.

Makeup remover (milk cleanser)

Makeup removers are specifically formulated to remove makeup, so you can also use them to remove eyeliner stains from carpets. You can use makeup remover wipes or pour some liquid makeup remover on a clean white towel and rub on the stain until it’s removed. Use a dry towel to remove the liquid from the carpet. Repeat these steps until the stain is completely removed.

Removing from furniture

There’re two different ways to remove eyeliner stains from home furniture, but be sure to read the care label before doing anything:

• Mix 2 cups of water with one tablespoon of dishwashing liquid.
• With a clean white cloth, tap the spot with your detergent solution.
• Wipe the stain with a dry cloth to absorb the washing liquid.
• Repeat these steps to remove the stain.
• To rinse it, wet it with a sponge and put a clean towel on it to remove the detergent.
• Wipe dry with a towel.

Another solution:

• Using an eraser pencil, try to erase the eyeliner stain gently.
• If the eyeliner stain doesn’t clear, tap the stain with a dry solvent and a clean white towel.
• Remove the solution from the stain with a damp white cloth and wipe it with a clean white towel to dry.

To wrap up

It’s much more challenging to remove mascara and eyeliner from clothes and carpets than other cosmetics such as lipstick, etc., due to its high adhesion. Using a set of basic measures, you can remove all kinds of stains from clothes and carpets without damaging their texture. If you don’t have the opportunity or patience to wash your clothes, you can count on the specialized NeatEx team. With the most advanced tools and the latest knowledge, we will deliver your clothes of the best quality as soon as possible. Don’t damage your valuable clothes with improper washing. NeatEx washes your clothes in the best way and ensures you have clean and tidy clothes.